Ignition Coil-On-Plug: Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1.

NOTE: Use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the ignition coil-on-plugs and surrounding area before removing the ignition coil-on-plugs.

NOTE: When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.

NOTE: When installing the ignition coil-on-plugs, apply a small amount of silicone brake caliper grease and dielectric compound to the inside of the ignition coil-on-plug boots before installation.
- 1.
  
  NOTE: If equipped with a sliding cover over the locking tab, then slide the cover back to gain access to the tab.
  
  Depress the locking tab on the ignition coil-on-plug electrical connector, and disconnect the electrical connector from the ignition coil-on-plug.
- 2.
  
  Remove the ignition coil-on-plug retaining bolts.
  Torque
  
  : 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
- 3.
  
  Remove the ignition coil-on-plugs.
  Material
  
  : Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound / XG-3-A (ESE-M1C171-A)

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2.

Inspect the ignition coil-on-plug boots for cracks, rips, or tears. Replace any damaged coil-on-plug boots.

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